Deepening your understanding of your local ecosystem
Our Services
Site Visit
Learn the story of a landscape, our naturalist will point out clues of past land use and natural history patterns to provide you with an understanding of that forest and the perspective of how it fits into the greater story of the natural history of the region. This is great for landowners or new landowners
Cost: starting at $250*
Tree Tutor
Take a nature educator with you on your next hike in your yard or a site in your region and really dig into learning the local tree species and ecosystems of your surroundings. This offering focuses on identification and delineation of native forest trees and shrubs as well as understanding where they show up in the Vermont landscape.
Cost: starting at $200*
Establishing Roots
Develop your understanding of forest systems throughout the seasons with this 4-outing package. The most ideal location is one that is near your home or significant to you, a place you have a relationship with and already have questions about. This offering aims to meet you where you are at in your journey to establish roots. Returning to the same location throughout the seasons is valuable, but we can also visit multiple locations to better meet your learning objectives.
Cost: starting at $750*
*prices are based on a 2 hour program
*groups of more than 4 have additional costs of $20/person up to 10 people
*locations more than 1 hour from Richmond Vt have an additional travel fee
*we can accept a limited number of reduced cost customers per year - please reach out if you are interested in these services but cost is a barrier to entry
About
Regional Roots
Dedicated to improving humans awareness to the ecosystems we reside in. Regional Roots applies our expertise in landscape natural history and ecology to nature tours for the ecologically curious. Learn to foster a culture with more awareness of our environment and combat the growing anthropocentric apathy of humankind. We believe in “trickle-up environmentalism” our services are centered around this one quote:
“The more you know about nature, the more you see. The more you see, the more you will love about nature. The more you love, the more you will protect nature.” - unknown
Start Your Nature Awareness Adventure
We aim to meet you where you are at in your nature awareness journey! Reach out to inquire about our offerings and for customized pricing. Sites will be chosen on a case-by-case basis. We prefer to do hikes in places that are significant for you like your own land or a local public park, however not all natural areas will allow commercial hikes. We look forward to connecting and helping you learn and grow.